Monthly Archives: December 2013

Post by Robert Gillman, GHSS School Co-ordinator, 2013 It is staggering to me to think that, according to the Commonwealth Bank, Australians will spend about $18 billion in the two weeks leading up to Christmas. That is an average of $430 for every man, woman… Continue reading →

My grandma lived in the country, in a tiny village in Germany. We lived in a big city, about five hours drive away, so we got to visit “Oma and Opa” only a few times a year. My grandma was a very good cook and… Continue reading →

Post by Lydia Kenyon This is a very easy and fun gift to make for a kindy-aged kid, anytime of the year, but the addition of some bells gives a particular Christmas magic to these play reins. Children love playing horsey, or perhaps reindeer, but… Continue reading →

For a pdf download of A Golden Collection of  Christmas Carols, music and lyrics, please click on the image below. This is a unique and charming collection of songs from around the world, Australia, Europe, Africa and the Americas. There are some lovely, simple songs… Continue reading →

Post by Neal Collins I teach organic and biodynamic gardening at the Golden Hill Steiner School in Denmark. The kids love making things from fruit and vegetables, especially when they get to eat the end result. Eating great fresh produce inspired me to become involved… Continue reading →

I have marked Summer Solstice with god’s eyes in my home for many years now. It is such a simple meditative practice and so easy to do. You can do it while chatting at a social gathering or sitting quietly on your own. It is… Continue reading →

Many people who have come from Europe to live in Australia cite the Bring a Plate as rather a unique Australian tradition. I’ve even heard of confused guests arriving at a party with an empty plate! In England a lot of socialising is done at… Continue reading →

Golden Christmas is right under your feet A really fun way to embrace the spirit of Christmas is to find it in the small places that are easily overlooked.   Nature and all her fairies are right on our door step in the nearest pot… Continue reading →

  Thank you Silvia for this pattern and design. This felt dove is a little more complicated than some of the other felt decorations I have tried this advent, but the end effect is very charming. Christmas is a time that many use to reflect… Continue reading →

Post by Kylie Collyer of Natures Nest Both my kids love ribbon wands, but I have bought so many over time only to have them break shortly after getting home. This led me to try making my own. So on a mission to find a… Continue reading →